Metal Guitar
Everything published on Viyolens under Metal Guitar — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
A Guide to Dean Ml Guitar
The Dean ML's jagged V shape is one of metal's most recognisable guitars. Here's what it's actually made of, and where it fits if you're weighing one up.
Jackson Flying V Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
One decision shapes everything else you'll spend. Here's how to actually work through buying a Jackson V properly.
The Complete Guide to 7 String Ibanez Guitars
Ibanez's 7 string guitars deliver expanded harmonic possibilities with the signature precision engineering that defines the brand, making them essential instruments for players exploring metal, progre...
The Complete Guide to Baritone Strings
Baritone strings extend guitar tuning into deeper registers, offering musicians access to rich, powerful tone rarely possible with standard strings.
The Complete Guide to Guitar For Metal Music
Metal guitars demand specific characteristics: sustain, responsiveness and tonal clarity through distortion. Discover what features define metal-suitable guitars and how to choose an instrument that s...
Jackson Flying V Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
It looks like it means business. Here's the honest, encouraging version of what to actually expect as a first V-shaped guitar.
Ltd Electric Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
LTD electric guitars deliver ESP quality at mid-range prices. This guide covers body shapes, pickup options, hardware, and price tiers to help you choose the right model.
The Complete Guide to Esp 7 String Guitar
The ESP 7-string guitar expands your range and opens new creative possibilities. Explore what makes ESP's extended-range guitars excellent for metal, progressive rock, and modern music.
Epiphone Explorer: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Passive ProBucker or active EMG? Here's exactly what to check before buying an Epiphone Explorer, new or used.
Esp for Beginners: A Complete Guide
ESP and LTD guitars are a great starting point for players drawn to heavy music. This beginner's guide covers the controls, active pickups, tuning setup, tone basics, and how to maintain the instrumen...
The Complete Guide to Power Chords For Guitar
Power chords for guitar form rock and metal's foundation. Discover fingering, technique, and how to play them musically.
Jackson Electric Guitar Explained: Features, Types and Tips
From a custom Randy Rhoads V in 1980 to one of the most recognised names in heavy metal guitar. Here's what makes Jackson instruments distinctive and who they're built for.
Dean Ml Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Fixed bridge or Floyd Rose, import or USA-built — here's exactly what to check before you buy a Dean ML guitar, new or secondhand.
The Complete Guide to Schecter 7 String
Schecter has built a credible reputation in the 7-string guitar market, delivering playable extended-range instruments at prices that don't demand serious financial commitment. Their thoughtful engine...
The Complete Guide to Fuzz Box Pedal
Fuzz box pedals deliver the thick, aggressive distortion essential for rock and metal. Discover how these iconic effects transform your guitar tone and expand creative possibilities.
Dean Ml Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
The V shape looks intimidating, but underneath it a Dean ML guitar is a genuinely encouraging first instrument. Here's what it's actually like to learn on.
Everything You Need to Know About Schecter Guitars
How a Californian repair shop became one of rock and metal's most trusted guitar brands, and what actually makes up the range today.
ESP Electric Guitars: A Complete Guide
ESP electric guitars have earned a solid reputation among both professional musicians and serious hobbyists, particularly in rock and metal communities.
Floyd Rose Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A note that dives impossibly low and somehow lands back in tune — here's the engineering behind a Floyd Rose, explained properly.
Floyd Rose: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Get the compatibility wrong on a Floyd Rose and it either won't fit, or it'll fit badly enough to cause you grief for years. Here's what actually matters.
The Best Jackson Electric Guitars for the Money
At each price point, some models are significantly stronger than others. Here's where the value actually sits and what you're trading away at each level.
Common Epiphone Explorer Mistakes to Avoid
It's a brilliant guitar, but I've watched (and made) enough of the same mistakes to know exactly where new Explorer owners trip up.
Everything You Need to Know About Epiphone Explorer
That angular shape gets attention fast — here's what actually separates the standard, EMG and Lzzy Hale versions of the Epiphone Explorer.
The Best Epiphone Explorers for the Money
That angular shape gets attention before you've even plugged in. Here's which Epiphone Explorer actually earns its keep, and for whom.
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7 String Guitar
A 7 string guitar extends range for heavier riffs, complex voicings and modern styles that need extra low-end flexibilit...
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Charvel Guitars
Sleek, fast-playing electric guitars for musicians who want modern feel, strong access and versatile performance.
ESP
High-performance electric guitars with fast playability, strong output and a bold look suited to rock and metal.
ESP Guitars
ESP guitars for players seeking modern design, powerful tone and reliable stage performance.
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Floyd Rose
The floyd rose is a locking tremolo system that supports dramatic pitch effects while helping keep guitars in tune.
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Harley Benton
Budget-friendly guitars and basses covering many styles, ideal for beginners, hobbyists and value-focused players.
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Jackson Electric Guitar
Aggressive, performance-led electrics with fast necks, striking shapes and a strong reputation in rock and metal.
Schecter Guitars
Schecter guitars are modern, gig-ready instruments with strong hardware, contemporary styling and broad appeal to rock p...
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